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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1893
Page
4
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The Boston Post leads as the bright morning paper while Massachusetts faces a political fork. The Republicans press to abolish or reform the Governor's Council, possibly replacing it with an eight member council. The piece warns of a bureaucratic octet governing the state and urges vigilance.
Speaker Barrett’s organ proclaims Lieutenant-Governor Wextcorr will not run for governor this fall, calling the reasons excellent though not stated. Friends of HaiLe press for another trial of the defeated candidate. Wextcorr has not shown leadership qualities, and is said to be ready for the shelf.
An ally from the far West supports New England iron interests by petitioning for free coal and free iron. The plea mirrors the McKinley era iron masters' request rejected by Massachusetts lawmakers and echoes similar trouble in California and Oregon as the industry languishes under McKinleyism.
Senator Stewart argues Republicans must ease the silver burden, warning it harms both parties and the nation. He contends Republicans should discipline Congress members accused of playing small politics with national interests.
The House passed a national quarantine bill by a large majority. The measure is designed to be practical and business oriented rather than political, reflecting what the country has escaped by moving away from the original plan.
The Republican proposal would close the ports to all immigration for a year. It tries to include provisions that could curb state sovereignty but the version passed is designed to block cholera threats next summer and not hinder desirable immigration.
The essay honors Phillips Brooks as a great man whose death leaves a profound void in Boston Massachusetts and beyond. It emphasizes his soul and purpose over ecclesiastical honors, describing his broad creed, warm impulses, and lasting influence on communities and humanity.
The Boston Journal attacks Judge Gesham for a supposed bargain in a Supreme Court appointment by Cleveland. The piece recalls Judge Gresham’s backing of Cleveland and argues the appointment unlikely. It also recalls Indiana Judge Woops and President Harrison paying for Dupury’s protection, charging the ermined office was dishonored.
A Washington despatch suggests the Bell telephone monopoly plans to crush competitors with its wealth as main patent rights on speech transmission expire in six weeks. It notes the firm holds improvements patents with long terms and is ready to meet competition effectively, while public sentiment grows tired of extortion.
A State House forenoon hearing on a constitutional amendment abolishing the Executive Council marks a historic departure toward responsible government. The editorial notes doubt about immediate legislative success but pins hope on eventual reform parallel to past suffrage gains.
The article recalls Mrs. Jane G. Austin on Nantucketers mock cont intent isolation during winter blockades. It then lampoons Beacon Hill roofs and ice hazards, notes restless newspaper careers, and mentions Jack Donaghue returning to America, Rev Dr Parkhurst’s visit, Ellington Parkhurst guiding him, and Attorney General Pillsbury recovering from pneumonia to return home.
A compilation of terse quotes from Chicago Inter-Ocean Yonkers Statesman Kate Field's Washington Chicago Tribune Philadelphia Times St. Paul Pioneer Press and others noting a man with one arm a word of truth office seeking relatives iron in the blood and iron will pork price effects and Prince Isenberg’s reception in Washington reflecting press tone and social commentary of the era.
The Record reasons that Wolcott will not seek the Republican gubernatorial nomination this year. It states the conclusion on its own motion, not at Wolcott's request, and notes he does not desire first or second place on the ticket.
Macon Georgia January 23 Justice Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar of the United States Supreme Court died at 8 50 PM at his Vineville residence after a sudden heart attack. He had been visiting from Washington and had appeared to be improving earlier in the day.
Lucius Q. C. Lamar born in Putnam County Georgia on September 17 1825 pursued Emory College study law in Macon and entered politics and government across Georgia Mississippi and national service. He served in Congress and the Senate first as a Georgia politician then as a Mississippi appointee later holding cabinet and Supreme Court roles under Cleveland.
The Bennington & Rutland railroad train The Flyer derailed near Rutland yard killing Edward H. Cobb of Wallingford, 50, and severely injuring Mrs. Herbert Curtis of Rutland. Several others were slightly hurt as three cars slid down an embankment after the rear car left the track. Cobb was found beneath the car dead. Curtis escaped with nonfatal injuries. The engine remained on track and cause is under investigation.
In Bogota on Sunday artisans and laborers mobbed newspaper offices after sharp criticism. They destroyed presses and type, killed five compositors and mortally wounded two editors. Police and guards dispersed the rioters after a stubborn battle. several rioters were wounded and many arrested. The riot had no political significance.
The anonymous narrator details reporters struggle with rapid sermons in England noting that even opening sentences are delivered in glib haste. He cites Caterham and Westminster Abbey sermons with rates around 194 words per minute and highlights the death of a prominent Boston clergyman viewed as a public calamity.
The article portrays Bishop Phillips Brooks as a genuine, humane figure in Philadelphia's Trinity Church after Lincoln's death. It praises his natural dignity, disdain for flattery, and social ease with both women and men, noting his bachelor life and rare scandals.
Dr. E Winchester Donald delivered his inaugural sermon praising Bishop Brooks and noting the challenge of filling his pulpit. He said succeeding the greatest preacher of the age is daunting and compared Brooks’s influence to John the Baptist’s wilderness eloquence.
The Rev Dr Arthur Brooks of New York and Rev John C Brooks of Springfield arrived here staying with their brother William G Brooks at 386 Marlboro Street They expect the Bishop Brooks funeral to be held at Trinity Church next Thursday at noon The service will be simple Episcopal and the burial at Mt Auburn will follow.
Boston religious leaders reflect on Bishop Brooks's death with unanimous praise. Clergy from multiple denominations recall his rare humanity, dedication to duty, and influence on both clergy and laity. Politicians like Mayor Matthews mourn the public and church alike.
Tacoma dispatch reports a wreck on the Northern Pacific at Eagle Gorge with several people killed. Police and railway officials are investigating as rescuers search the scene.
A 1891 Transcript excerpt laments the Episcopal note of revoking a claim to a single see. It praises Phillips Brooks as a shepherd whose service extended beyond one flock and calls for a broader bishopric. The poem reflects on humility and Christian unity.
An intimate friend lauds Phillips Brooks as a prodigious speaker whose pulpit delivery overwhelms listeners with copious thought. The portrait compares his voice to a bursting reservoir, his vitality and fervor carrying audiences along, making even faults of delivery lose impact.
The printed works of Bishop Brooks began with The Life and Death of Abraham Lincoln in 1865 and expanded to include Our Mercies of Reoccupation and many sermons lectures and addresses. Though written for delivery these pieces, published as books, are rightly regarded as his authorship.
Boston readers are warned that new water gas from the North End is to be piped soon, carrying 25 to 40 percent carbonic oxide. Two elderly women nearly died last week from gas exposure, and officials report rising non fatal cases. Leaks are constant and chronic poisoning threatens health, especially in poorly ventilated rooms. Calls for legislative investigation into gas pricing and safety.
London papers note the loss of Bishop Brooks a great orator and philanthropist whose eloquence would have earned him wide recognition in England and America The Daily News the Chronicle and The Times all decry the national impact and popularity of his death in the United States
Springfield ministers adopted resolutions expressing bereavement over the death of Bishop Brooks and offering sympathy to his family. The Western Massachusetts Episcopal convocation to meet in Westfield was postponed due to his passing. DepHam notes his last pulpit on Jan 15, 1898 at the Church of the Good Shepherd amid bitter cold possibly contributing to his illness.
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